Central London Community Health Trust

Rehabilitation Support Worker

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Job summary

Are you looking for an interesting and varied Rehabilitation Care Assistant post working in a Parkinson's MDT Team in a clinic-based setting?

We have a part-time (permanent) Band 3 Rehabilitation Care Assistant post in our Barnet Parkinson's Service working within our adult integrated MDT Parkinson's team (the service comprises specialist nurses, doctors, dietetics, OT, PT, SLT).

We are looking for a skilled, motivated, andenthusiastic Health Care Assistant who is interested in this patient group and would like to join us.

The post would be suitable for an existing band 3 HCA.

We offer care mainly in a clinic setting with some virtual clinics. This post offers a variety andopportunities to develop the range of your clinical skills as well as joint working with a range of professionals and opportunities to contribute to service development.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for implementing prescribed treatment programs with an allocated patient caseload following successful completion of competency based assessments and within agreed scope of practice. This would follow on from an initial assessment of each patient by a qualified member of the therapy team.

To work with all members of the Multi-disciplinary team (MDT) in planning and facilitating the patient's progression through the treatment program, within the goals and protocols set out by the qualified staff.

To be able to drive a car to assist the therapist in completing access and home visits to patients property.

To assist therapists in completing paperwork, referrals and other appropriate forms that may be required during rehabilitation.

About us

Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
Car lease scheme(only available for Band 5 and up)
Flexible working options
Annual travel card loan
Training, support and development in your career

To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

Date posted

28 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£28,622 to £30,225 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

824-NORTH-6823952

Job locations

Parkinson's Service

Edgware Community Hospital

London

HA8 0AD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
NVQ in relevant subject or equivalent skills gained through work experience.

Desirable

Willingness to undertake an NVQ or an equivalent qualification.
Keen to gain professional qualification in relevant area

Experience

Essential

Previous work experience in a hospital or community rehab setting.
Experience working with older people.
Team working

Desirable

Previous experience as a healthcare or therapy assistant.
Experience working as part of a multi professional team.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Basic knowledge and understanding of the conditions treated in the rehabilitation setting.
Good range of skills in a variety of practical areas
IT literate
Demonstrate competence in teaching practical skills to clients
Interest in gaining new skills and developing knowledge
Understanding the principles of professional conduct

Desirable

Knowledge of the role and scope of members of the MDT.

Other

Desirable

Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010) See below Assessment will t

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
NVQ in relevant subject or equivalent skills gained through work experience.

Desirable

Willingness to undertake an NVQ or an equivalent qualification.
Keen to gain professional qualification in relevant area

Experience

Essential

Previous work experience in a hospital or community rehab setting.
Experience working with older people.
Team working

Desirable

Previous experience as a healthcare or therapy assistant.
Experience working as part of a multi professional team.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Basic knowledge and understanding of the conditions treated in the rehabilitation setting.
Good range of skills in a variety of practical areas
IT literate
Demonstrate competence in teaching practical skills to clients
Interest in gaining new skills and developing knowledge
Understanding the principles of professional conduct

Desirable

Knowledge of the role and scope of members of the MDT.

Other

Desirable

Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010) See below Assessment will t

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Parkinson's Service

Edgware Community Hospital

London

HA8 0AD

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Parkinson's Service

Edgware Community Hospital

London

HA8 0AD

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)